Word problems try and tell students a story about the math problem in front of them. They are a useful way to connect abstract numbers to concrete situations, so students can learn early on to apply ...

You have /5 articles left. Sign up for a free account or log in. Both articles are deep and perceptive, drawing on the experiences of both students and faculty as ...

As a mathematics education researcher, I study how math instruction impacts students' learning, from following standard math procedures to understanding mathematical concepts. Focusing on the latter, ...

If colleges affirm student cultures, values and identities, they can boost students’ self-esteem and sense of empowerment, help them feel less isolated and promote a greater sense of belonging. Credit ...

You have /5 articles left. Sign up for a free account or log in. Just 27 percent of undergraduates describe their mental health as above average or excellent ...

For two days each semester, Assistant Professor of Economics Kyle Coombs’ “Data Science for Economists” students are laser-focused on one goal. They hole away in a reserved space on campus for a ...